Navigating the intricacies of minimum staffing can be challenging, especially when determining why certain individuals may not contribute to your staffing count. This article aims to clarify common questions related to minimum staffing requirements.
 

Key Criteria for Eligibility in Minimum Staffing

To determine eligibility for minimum staffing, our system considers several factors:

• Groups Monitored for Manpower: Identifies which groups are enabled for maintaining minimum staffing levels.
• Job Types and Coverage Times: Specifies the job roles and the times during which coverage is essential.
• Group's Standard Shift Times: Outlines the standard working hours for each group.
• Types of Shifts Counting Towards Manpower: Clarifies whether Standard Shifts, Special Assignments, or Overtime shifts contribute to the manpower count.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: I have an officer who has picked up a shift to help support Day Shift. He is a floater and is used as needed. He has the correct standard shift but is not counting towards the minimum staffing count for the Day Shift group.

Solution 1: Verify Group Policy Settings
Ensure that the officer's group (e.g., Administration) is included in the policy settings for Day Shift coverage. If the Administration group isn't enabled, the officer will not count towards the Day Shift staffing totals.

Solution 2: Modify Group Assignment
Adjust the officer's group assignment in the shift modification form. Assign the correct shift and change the "Group" option to "Day Shift" to ensure they are counted correctly.

Q2: I have an Officer who is filling in for a Sergeant who had a family emergency and had to leave early. The Officer has the correct shift and has the OIC designation, but is not counting towards our coverage to show he is covering down as the Sergeant for the day.

Solution: Include Special Assignments in Policy
When an officer is temporarily fulfilling a different role, such as Officer in Charge (OIC), ensure that Special Assignments like "OIC" are incorporated into your staffing policy. This setup not only provides the officer with necessary supervisory capabilities, if applicable, but also ensures they are counted towards the required manpower for supervisors. For instance, in the absence of Sgt Wilson, OFC McSheen steps in as OIC. A Special Assignment named "OIC" is configured to grant him supervisory authority and include him in the manpower tally for the "Supervisors" role.

By understanding and adjusting these configurations, you can effectively manage your staffing requirements and ensure compliance with minimum staffing policies. If you have any questions or need additional clarification reach out to our support team at [email protected].